Homeopathic Treatment for Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis is one of the types of arthritis that is caused due to degeneration and eventually loss of the cartilage of joints. Cartilage is a tissue that covers the inside of the joints and acts as a cushion between the two bones forming a joint. When the cartilage starts undergoing degeneration, the bone becomes inflamed as its protective covering is lost. This causes pain during weight bearing activities such as standing, walking, etc.

Joint structure

Causes of Osteoarthritis:

Osteoarthritis occurs commonly as a person ages and it is frequently seen in persons above the age of 55 years though it can also occur earlier than this. Before the age of 45 years, it is more common in males. Genetic predisposition also is one common cause for osteoarthritis. This condition usually affects the weight bearing joints such as the knees and hips; it can also affect other joints such as those of the hands, feet and the spine.

OA knees:

When the osteoarthritis is due to ageing process it is known as primary osteoarthritis; when there are other conditions in the background that have triggered this disorder, it is known as Secondary osteoarthritis. Secondary osteoarthritis can be caused by any of the following:

Osteoarthritis in Knees
  • Trauma
  • Joint surgery
  • Obesity
  • Congenital anomalies of the joint
  • Gout
  • Diabetes
  • Hormonal disorders (especially Growth hormone disorders)

Symptoms of Joint Pain (Osteoarthritis):

The common symptoms of Osteoarthritis: Heberden's nodes

  • Pain and stiffness of the affected joint
  • Swelling and warmth of the joint
  • Creaking of the joint
  • Pain is usually worse after repetitive use of the joint
  • Stiffness is usually worse after a long period of inactivity
  • Pain may occur at rest too (in severe cases)
  • Limited mobility of joints
  • Inability to squat
  • Bony enlargement of small joints of fingers (called Heberden's nodules) Spine osteoarthritis can cause:
  • Neck pain and stiffness
  • Backache
  • Tingling numbness of extremities
Osteoarthritis Nodes Fingers

Homeopathic treatment:

Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease where the pathological changes in the joint are almost irreversible. Homeopathic medicine can alleviate the pain significantly but cannot cure the disease completely. Most cases respond well as far as the long-term pain relief is concerned. Homeopathic medicines are definitely suggested for osteoarthritis, especially for early cases where the medicines can slow down the degenerative process and offer considerable pain relief.

Homeopathic medicines for Osteoarthritis

Homeopathic treatment for Joint PainOsteoarthritis is an aging disease where bones in the joints show signs of aging, inflammation and deformity, with the symptoms of pain, swelling and reduced mobility.

Homeopathic medicines if chosen well can reduce pain and improve mobility. Some of the commonly used homeopathic medicines for Osteoarthritis are Rhus toxicidendron, Bryonia alba, Arnica Montana, Calcaria fluoride, Calcaria carbonate, Pulsatilla nigra, Radium bromide, Kali carbonicum, etc. First three medicines may be used as over-the-counter medicines for self help, not others.

 

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74-years-old Mrs. S. K. K (PIN: 15129) was suffering from osteoarthritis for the last 2 years. She was on conventional treatment for 2 years with temporary relief. Then she visited Life Force for the treatment of her osteoarthritis. She was suffering pain and swelling over her left knee joint. Sh.....Read more

A 60-year-old housewife, Mrs. M. P. G. (PIN: 9147) visited our clinic on 1st December 2006. She was suffering from Osteoarthritis of both the knee joints for 5 – 6 years. She used to experience a throbbing pain with morning stiffness. The right knee would pain more than the left. Her pain w.....Read more

Osteoarthritis is a type of arthritis that occurs when the protective tissue at the ends of bones (cartilage) wears down gradually and worsens over time.
The main joints that are affected are joints of the hands, neck, lower back, knees, and hips.
Symptoms of Osteoarthritis:
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